Demographics
Population dynamics, vital statistics, and demographic indicators for Algeria. Data covers population growth, fertility, mortality, urbanization, and age structure.
Population Trends
Algeria's population reached 45.6 million in 2024, growing at 1.2% annually— a significant slowdown from the 2.5% growth rate of the 1980s, indicating an advanced stage of demographic transition.
Population growth rate has stabilized at approximately 1.2% annually since 2020
Urban population now represents 73% of total population
Youth demographic (15-24) accounts for 15% of population
The 2022 census recorded 44.6 million residents, revising earlier estimates
Trend Analysis
Population increased by 26.7% over 14 years. The growth rate declined from 1.8% to 1.2% in the same period, consistent with the later stages of demographic transition.
Vital Statistics
Birth and death rates reveal Algeria's demographic transition, with declining fertility balanced by improved life expectancy, resulting in moderate population growth.
Urbanization
Over 73% of Algerians now live in urban areas, concentrated in the northern coastal region. Algiers alone houses nearly 4 million residents.
Age Structure
Algeria's population is aging, with youth share declining from 48% to 39% since 2010. The working-age population (15-64) now represents 63% of the total, creating a demographic window of opportunity for economic growth.
Population by Wilaya
Algeria's 58 wilayas show extreme variation in population density, from over 6,000/km² in Algiers to less than 1/km² in Saharan wilayas.
| Wilaya | Population (2022) | Density (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| Algiers | 3,915,811 | 4,592 |
| Oran | 1,780,000 | 813 |
| Constantine | 1,052,000 | 479 |
| Blida | 1,177,000 | 730 |
| Sétif | 1,752,000 | 280 |
| Annaba | 646,000 | 438 |
| Batna | 1,225,000 | 99 |
| Béjaïa | 1,018,000 | 305 |
| Tlemcen | 1,036,000 | 113 |
| Tizi Ouzou | 1,240,000 | 419 |
Source: RGPH 2022. Showing top 10 wilayas by population.
Complete Data
Total Population
Million • 15 data points
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 36 | — |
| 2011 | 36.9 | +2.5% |
| 2012 | 37.8 | +2.4% |
| 2013 | 38.7 | +2.4% |
| 2014 | 39.6 | +2.3% |
| 2015 | 40.5 | +2.3% |
| 2016 | 41.3 | +2.0% |
| 2017 | 42.2 | +2.2% |
| 2018 | 43 | +1.9% |
| 2019 | 43.8 | +1.9% |
| 2020 | 44.6 | +1.8% |
| 2021 | 45 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | 45.2 | +0.4% |
| 2023 | 45.4 | +0.4% |
| 2024 | 45.6 | +0.4% |
Crude Birth Rate
per 1,000 • 15 data points
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.8 | — |
| 2011 | 24.5 | -1.2% |
| 2012 | 24.1 | -1.6% |
| 2013 | 23.8 | -1.2% |
| 2014 | 23.4 | -1.7% |
| 2015 | 23 | -1.7% |
| 2016 | 22.7 | -1.3% |
| 2017 | 22.3 | -1.8% |
| 2018 | 21.9 | -1.8% |
| 2019 | 21.5 | -1.8% |
| 2020 | 21.2 | -1.4% |
| 2021 | 20.9 | -1.4% |
| 2022 | 20.6 | -1.4% |
| 2023 | 20.3 | -1.5% |
| 2024 | 20.1 | -1.0% |
Life Expectancy
years • 15 data points
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.2 | — |
| 2011 | 74.5 | +0.4% |
| 2012 | 74.8 | +0.4% |
| 2013 | 75.1 | +0.4% |
| 2014 | 75.4 | +0.4% |
| 2015 | 75.7 | +0.4% |
| 2016 | 76 | +0.4% |
| 2017 | 76.3 | +0.4% |
| 2018 | 76.5 | +0.3% |
| 2019 | 76.8 | +0.4% |
| 2020 | 77 | +0.3% |
| 2021 | 77.2 | +0.3% |
| 2022 | 77.4 | +0.3% |
| 2023 | 77.6 | +0.3% |
| 2024 | 77.8 | +0.3% |